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President Bola Tinubu has sanctioned the hiring of 1,000 young individuals from Plateau State to act as forest guards, in an effort to address persistent security challenges in the region. The initiative is expected to positively impact the local communities affected by long-standing conflicts.
The recent tragic assault in Demo village highlights the urgent necessity to regain control of Nigeria's forests from criminal elements. The government is called upon to strengthen the newly reestablished Forest Guards to prevent further violence.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has authorized a sum of N5 million for each family affected by the recent killings of forest guards, which occurred on January 6 during an armed assault at the Old Oyo National Park.
